Mathematics A Level
The Norton Knatchbull School
Hythe Rd, Ashford , Kent, TN24 0QJ
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
NEW Applications for September 2026
Applications Open - Monday 3rd November 2025
Applications Close - Monday 5th April 2026 at 5pm
Entry Requirements - A minimum of six separately identifiable GCSE subjects at grade 6 or above, OR an average of grade 6 in the best six GCSE subjects achieved
At least a grade 5 in both English and Mathematics For most subjects at A Level, a grade 6 in the subject at GCSE is required. However, for A Level Mathematics a grade 7 is required, and for Further Mathematics a grade 8 is necessary
How to Apply - Applications can be made through Kent Choices
Please contact us directly if you have any questions - contact sixthformrecruitment@nks.kent.sch.uk
Open Evening
Thursday 15th January - 6pm - 8pm
Presentations at 6:30pm & 7:30pm
No booking necessary.
Open Mornings - Please visit our school website to book a slot for the open mornings www.nks.kent.sch.uk
Thursday 20th November 2025 9am - 12pm
Thursday 11th December 2025 9am -12pm
Please visit our website for information on consultation meeting if you would like to visit the school and talk to a member of the Sixth Form Team - https://www.nks.kent.sch.uk/page/?title=Sixth+Form+Admissions&pid=33
Course Summary
This is a challenging and popular course. It covers two main elements: Pure Mathematics and Applications.
Course Details
Pure elements:
These elements provide students with the tools and techniques required to solve problems in other areas of mathematics, for example Science and Engineering. The course starts by developing algebra skills before moving into:
- Proof,
- Algebra and functions,
- Coordinate geometry,
- Sequences and series,
- Trigonometry,
- Calculus
- Numerical methods
These topics mirror the current GCE course however there is an increased emphasis on problem solving. Applications: Students study two areas:
- Statistics
- Mechanics
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Assessment is linear with examinations at the end of the twoyear course.
The course is 100% examination based.
Paper 1: Pure Maths 1 (100 marks). 2 hours duration.
Paper 2: Pure Maths 2 (100 marks). 2 hours duration.
Paper 3: Section A: Statistics (50 marks). Section B: Mechanics (50 marks). 2 hours duration.
Entry requirements
GCSE grade 7 in Mathematics
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